So do any of you do this while driving?

[Paratus]

When following a car through a residential neighborhood and the car in front slows down before a driveway, swings slightly to the right and signals left do you:

• A) Slow down because they are turning into their driveway
• B) Pass them on left because they are moving over and the left turn signal is to tell you to go around them on the left.

Spoiler: The Fraking Answer

Your answer better be A but I swear half the assholes driving around here think it’s B

 

[lxskllr]

A of course. I back into my driveway, and if someone's behind me I pull over against the curb and wait for them to pass before I back in. It's both to not impede traffic, and because I don't trust people to use sense when I'm setting up to back in.

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

A) But it is strictly because it boils down to the fact that americans are fucking stupid. So regardless of what they may signal or indicate - I can never trust them.

This isn't limited to neighborhoods, freeways, or anything, etc... IF you signal something - I don't trust you until you actually perform it. Because you are fucking stupid. That simple.

 

[Paratus]

A of course. I back into my driveway, and if someone's behind me I pull over against the curb and wait for them to pass before I back in. It's both to not impede traffic, and because I don't trust people to use sense when I'm setting up to back in.

Yes, if I’m going to block the road because I’m backing into my driveway I’ll let people around by pulling over and singling to the right in this example.

However my wife and I have been almost hit about a half dozen times between us because the idiots behind us weren’t paying attention.

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

Yes, if I’m going to block the road because I’m backing into my driveway I’ll let people around by pulling over and singling to the right in this example.

However my wife and I have been almost hit about a half dozen times between us because the idiots behind us weren’t paying attention.

1. Never signal. It simply never helps your cause, be it on the freeway or on pedestrian roads. It only serves as to tell dickholes "I'm doing X. So make sure you do Y to prevent me from doing X."


I know you live in Houston like I do. People in this city are the deplorable of the deplorable. They are the most selfish fucking assholes you will ever experience in life - hands down. Never give them the indication that you will do something, because they will do anything they can to fuck you over on whatever you're trying to do.

It's very sad, but very true. I can only say that this certainly pertains to certain *ahem* demographics.

 

[Paratus]

A) But it is strictly because it boils down to the fact that americans are fucking stupid. So regardless of what they may signal or indicate - I can never trust them.

This isn't limited to neighborhoods, freeways, or anything, etc... IF you signal something - I don't trust you until you actually perform it. Because you are fucking stupid. That simple.

Case in point. I got behind some guy who obviously didn’t know where he was going. I could see him on his phone looking up at the buildings.

He’s going 10mph under and swerving back and forth. I’m giving him a wide berth. Finally he signals right at a stop sign and comes to a complete halt next to the curb.

I give him a moment to see if he’s really stopped because I can tell he’s still not looking at the road. As soon as I start going around he cuts me off going left.

 

[RLGL]

1. Never signal. It simply never helps your cause, be it on the freeway or on pedestrian roads. It only serves as to tell dickholes "I'm doing X. So make sure you do Y to prevent me from doing X."

YOU are the cause of crashes!

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

YOU are the cause of crashes!

No, not in the slightest smart one. The fact that I don't signal doesn't mean I cut people off.

 

[tynopik]

No, not in the slightest smart one. The fact that I don't signal doesn't mean I cut people off.

there will be times when you don't see someone FACT

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

there will be times when you don't see someone FACT

Ok? I won't deny that - but whether or not I signal doesn't matter in that case?

Also just to clarify since you guys get butthurt over the concept of me not signaling: I DO in fact signal when it is not crowded traffic. It's only when it is crowded traffic tbar i don't signal

I also check my blind spots out the ass more than I check my mirrors.

 

[Ichinisan]

When following a car through a residential neighborhood and the car in front slows down before a driveway, swings slightly to the right and signals left do you:

• A) Slow down because they are turning into their driveway
• B) Pass them on left because they are moving over and the left turn signal is to tell you to go around them on the left.

Spoiler: The Fraking Answer

Your answer better be A but I swear half the assholes driving around here think it’s B

We have some of the most inconsiderate + aggressive drivers here in the Atlanta area, but I've never experienced behavior like that in a residential neighborhood. On the highways? Every single time.

 

[Ichinisan]

1. Never signal. It simply never helps your cause, be it on the freeway or on pedestrian roads. It only serves as to tell dickholes "I'm doing X. So make sure you do Y to prevent me from doing X."


I know you live in Houston like I do. People in this city are the deplorable of the deplorable. They are the most selfish fucking assholes you will ever experience in life - hands down. Never give them the indication that you will do something, because they will do anything they can to fuck you over on whatever you're trying to do.

It's very sad, but very true. I can only say that this certainly pertains to certain *ahem* demographics.

You sound like the problem. Everyone tries to drive like you.

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

You sound like the problem. Everyone tries to drive like you.

You're completely misinterpreting what I'm saying. I drive 100% defensively.

 

[Ichinisan]

Ok? I won't deny that - but whether or not I signal doesn't matter in that case?

Also just to clarify since you guys get butthurt over the concept of me not signaling: I DO in fact signal when it is not crowded traffic. It's only when it is crowded traffic tbar i don't signal

I also check my blind spots out the ass more than I check my mirrors.

You don't signal at the very times when it's most important to do it. Someone should give you an award.

I see it every day. Two drivers like you are eyeing the same position on the highway. The position is in a lane that is between both of you. Both of you check your blind spots and see that it's clear. Then you both try to move in at the same time.

Idiots.

It never fails. They don't learn. When I see them nearly crash and swerve back into their own lanes, they immediately repeat the same behavior. That is a special kind of stupid.

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

You don't signal at the very times when it's most important to do it. Someone should give you an award.

I see it every day. Two drivers like you are eyeing the same position on the highway. The position is in a lane that is between both of you. Both of you check your blind spots and see that it's clear. Then you both try to move in at the same time.

Idiots.

It never fails. They don't learn. When I see them nearly crash and swerve back into their own lanes, they immediately repeat the same behavior. That is a special kind of stupid.

Again, you're misinterpreting and completely not understanding how I drive. I can already assert that you're interpreting me as a type that changes lanes often. That isn't the case for me, and is quite the opposite.

 

[Paratus]

No, not in the slightest smart one. The fact that I don't signal doesn't mean I cut people off.

I’m pretty religious about signaling. The cops will pull you over for not doing it and I get irritated when I could have pulled out in front of someone who but didn’t because they didn’t bother to signal.

However in Houston you can’t dare leave a car length between you and the next car without someone trying to cram themselves into it.

 

[Ichinisan]

I’m pretty religious about signaling. The cops will pull you over for not doing it and I get irritated when I could have pulled out in front of someone who but didn’t because they didn’t bother to signal.

I really wish police would enforce signaling around here. Lack of enforcement is why people don't think you're supposed to signal when changing lanes.

However in Houston you can’t dare leave a car length between you and the next car without someone trying to cram themselves into it.

I'd leave the space anyway and welcome anyone to get in if they want.

 

[SKORPI0]

A of course.

Always assume that other drivers are stupid. I've seen them change lanes without giving a signal in tight traffic.

 

[killster1]

A) But it is strictly because it boils down to the fact that americans are fucking stupid. So regardless of what they may signal or indicate - I can never trust them.

This isn't limited to neighborhoods, freeways, or anything, etc... IF you signal something - I don't trust you until you actually perform it. Because you are fucking stupid. That simple.

here its not the Americans that are driving poorly its the foreigners.. Also i have never seen anyone signal for others to pass using their own signal. Maybe you sat there behind them,, you didnt see their arm waving so they hit their signal to give you a idea to F.... OFF..

 

[DigDog]

Motorbikes dont signal. They simply do everything faster before you get there.

 

[tynopik]

Ok? I won't deny that - but whether or not I signal doesn't matter in that case?

why do you imagine blinkers were invented and their use encouraged?

when someone sees you signal that you're just about to move into the spot that they currently occupy, it puts them on high alert and gives them a chance to avoid you

 

[Exterous]

For signaling vs not signaling I'd say it varies by area. In some areas where drivers are considerate its more dangerous and assholish to not signal. For other areas people widely see your signal as a personal challenge to their honor and will do everything they can to prevent your action.

SE MI driving is about as close to Mad Max as you can get in the US so signaling while driving the speed limit (55mph but half the people are going 80-90mph) on 96 around Detroit will cause an accident. Also No Cop No Stop

 

[clamum]

If you are gonna pass a car on the left, that has their LEFT turn signal on... you shouldn't be driving. I mean... wat.

 

[s0me0nesmind1]

You don't signal at the very times when it's most important to do it. Someone should give you an award.

I see it every day. Two drivers like you are eyeing the same position on the highway. The position is in a lane that is between both of you. Both of you check your blind spots and see that it's clear. Then you both try to move in at the same time.

Idiots.

It never fails. They don't learn. When I see them nearly crash and swerve back into their own lanes, they immediately repeat the same behavior. That is a special kind of stupid.

why do you imagine blinkers were invented and their use encouraged?

when someone sees you signal that you're just about to move into the spot that they currently occupy, it puts them on high alert and gives them a chance to avoid you

Some of you guys really don't understand and I can only guess you're in smaller or less crowded cities with less traffic. Let me put this into perspective for you: In Houston - every day (weekday, weekend) at any time (except maybe between ~11:00PM - 4:00AM the traffic scene is at minimal the equivalent of other cities rush hour. During our ACTUAL rush hour times, it's a circus as our freeways basically become clown cars of trying to fit shit in that just doesn't fit

Now normally - what you said makes a WHOLE LOT of LOGICAL SENSE. You signal in order to alert other drivers - so that they too can know to avoid you. That doesn't happen - and that doesn't work that way in Houston. Signaling to people on our freeways is like saying "QUICK! Someone get in his fucking way!" On the surface, it is meant to PREVENT danger. In reality, it INCITES danger by people actively performing actions that increase the likelihood of an accident. That is why I don't signal while in my city.

Don't get me wrong, I signal anywhere else. I signal in other cities. I signal on feter roads and neighborhood roads. I signal on the interstate while driving to other cities, etc... It is strictly in this shithole god forsaken city on highways that I refuse to signal because it creates a danger instead of a safety.

For more context from someone else that understands - see Paratus' reply below. He understands exactly what I am saying and proves my point further with the bolded part.

I’m pretty religious about signaling. The cops will pull you over for not doing it and I get irritated when I could have pulled out in front of someone who but didn’t because they didn’t bother to signal.

However in Houston you can’t dare leave a car length between you and the next car without someone trying to cram themselves into it.

Exterous gets it as well.

For signaling vs not signaling I'd say it varies by area. In some areas where drivers are considerate its more dangerous and assholish to not signal. For other areas people widely see your signal as a personal challenge to their honor and will do everything they can to prevent your action.

SE MI driving is about as close to Mad Max as you can get in the US so signaling while driving the speed limit (55mph but half the people are going 80-90mph) on 96 around Detroit will cause an accident. Also No Cop No Stop

 

[mikeymikec]

If you are gonna pass a car on the left, that has their LEFT turn signal on... you shouldn't be driving. I mean... wat.

I wasn't planning on responding in a thread about people who "drive on the wrong side of the road" (<sly look left and right smiley here>), but clamum's point seems pretty logical to me.